The Metropolitan Orchestra Kick Off 2021 Season With A String Fantasy at Petersham Town Hall

The Metropolitan Orchestras (TMO) concert on February 20 will be the first in a uniquely designed 2021 concert season which will see all of TMOs mainstage Met concerts presented from charming and intimate local venues. Led by Chief Conductor Sarah-Grace Williams with TMOs dynamic string section, the String Fantasy performance includes works from two well-known Australian composers along with two fabulous pieces from international composers. The evening commences with a premiere from acclaimed Australian composer Elena Kats-Chernin who has created a new orchestration of Fast Blue Village specifically for this ensemble. Following is the Carmen Fantasy for Flute and Strings by Bizet which has been arranged by Brett Thompson and features TMO Principal Flute, Svetlana Yaroslavskaya. Paul Stanhopes Morning Star and Asger Hameriks Symphony Number 6 will complete this showcase evening to kick off TMOs exciting and distinctive 2021 season. Due to Covid, live access to this event will be strictly limited.